Dragon Raja: Starting with Summoning Erii

The organization of the Snake Clan has some of the style of ancient large families. The patriarch is like the emperor of the family and generally does not argue with others in such situations.

Because anything discussed at the clan meeting is absolutely certain, otherwise it would damage their prestige.

Unfortunately, Tachibana Masamune didn't expect Genjiro to speak out this time...

“The Meng Gui clan is even more radical than us. They are single-mindedly pursuing evolution, so why would they be willing to surrender?” the Fengmo clan leader questioned.

"Since we have internal disagreements about whether to fight or not, they aren't necessarily a united front. I know the family's strength is more than enough to wipe out the Fierce Ghost Clan; what they're relying on is the family's past leniency..."

Xia Mu said, "No one is willing to risk their life. That's my confidence. And I'm talking about surrendering to me, not surrendering to the family."

What's the difference?

Yuan Zhisheng acted as a follower.

"The difference is that they were willing to surrender to me because..."

Xia Mu paused, then looked at the others. "I released those clansmen whose bloodlines were unstable."

Everyone was astonished.

Chapter 288 How to spend the engagement night?

"You anticipated all of this so far in advance?"

Natsuki sensed malice from Tachibana Masamune's voice at that moment.

He looked back and saw that many people were now looking at him with suspicion.

Having foreseen all of this so far in advance, it's no wonder they released those "caged birds"—they wanted to discourage those among the demons who yearned for peace.

Her scheming is unfathomable!

“I know what Mumu did. I gave the order to the head of the Uesugi family, and I agree with his actions because I know it was for the good of everyone and for the good of the clan.”

Erii's gentle voice echoed throughout the shrine, shocking everyone, including Natsuki, Tachibana Masamune, and Genjiro.

Is this the same little girl who knew nothing? Have we all had some misunderstandings about her over the years?

A hit!

Regardless of Xia Mu's actions, his purpose was always for the good of his people.

"So this is the third option you've been telling me about. I didn't trust the wrong person."

Genjiro also spoke up.

His relieved tone dispelled Tachibana Masamune's doubts, making him feel at ease.

No wonder this silly child suddenly went against him today; it turns out Xia Mu had already communicated with him beforehand.

Thank goodness...

“I support ‘and’.”

The head of the Inuyama family suddenly spoke.

He was also a hidden supporter of Xia Mu, and the two had a connection of interests.

Many people's opinions began to waver, and Xia Mu's idea was exactly what they wanted to see.

People always want to maintain peace when they can, and the Fierce Ghosts are, after all, our fellow countrymen.

Although they betrayed their clan, they still carried the blood of the Snake Clan.

"I suggest a two-pronged approach."

Genjiro looked at Tachibana Masamune and said, "Patriarch, there's no need to consider war or peace. We should seek peace through war."

Many people's eyes lit up, quite amazed.

“That’s right, I think so too,” Xia Mu said.

Tachibana Masamune sighed: "Have you considered what would happen if the surrendered people got out of control?"

Everyone was stunned, and their expressions gradually turned ugly.

This is the crux of the conflict, not only because of their stances, but also because they fear their people might go mad.

"Forgot? I just said they surrendered to me."

Xia Mu spoke slowly, "So, it's my responsibility to ensure they don't go crazy, you don't need to worry."

He put his arm around Erii's small shoulder and said with a smile, "With the two of us here, who can go crazy?"

Tachibana Masamune glanced at everyone's faces, his expression slowly becoming calm and inscrutable.

He tried to put himself in Xia Mu's shoes and understand his logic: why did he do these things to save the Meng Gui Clan?

Maybe…

In his eyes, Natsuki and Erii were leaning intimately together, as if they were about to become one.

Tachibana Masamune suddenly realized.

"Chishin, did you and Xia Mu have some kind of unspoken understanding today?"

After the meeting, neither Genjiro nor Tachibana Masamune left immediately.

After everyone had left, Tachibana Masamune said somewhat sadly, "I thought you would support me no matter what, and cut off everything for the sake of justice in your heart."

Yuan Zhisheng remained silent for a moment before shifting his gaze away from his face.

For some reason, now whenever he sees Tachibana Masamune's hypocritical old face, he wants to punch him hard and see his true nature beneath the "mask".

“Natsuki only paid special attention to the family’s ‘demons’ because of Erii, and felt pity for them,” he said, bowing his head.

“Yes, I thought of that too,” Masamune Tachibana said. “Because Erii is restricted by us in many ways, we have the idea of ​​saving her, which extends to saving all such demons.”

"Furthermore, I've noticed that Erii has never needed the serum since she returned..."

He paused, his tone somewhat peculiar, "Could this be the reason he's confident in suppressing the 'ghost'? Has he found a way?"

Yuan Zhisheng shook his head: "I don't know."

“Although this was a method he found himself, it is so important to the family. If he truly considers himself a member of this family, he would probably be happy to share it,” said Tachibana Masamune.

This statement is meant to sow discord, using Natsuki's personal desires to undermine Genji's sense of righteousness.

If Genjiro asks for it and Natsuki refuses, then the goal has been achieved.

But he didn't expect that these words would further damage Genji's impression of him. Genji was already wary of him, and he would ponder any casual remark he made for a long time, let alone such words that were used against him.

"Ah."

Genjiro lowered his eyes, not letting Tachibana Masamune see the emotions in them.

The once naive Pinta Island tortoise has started to have its own ideas. It no longer sees Tachibana Masamune as a father figure, nor does it take helping him for granted.

Tachibana Masamune watched his retreating figure leave, then sat alone in the shrine for a very long time, his gaze deep and thoughtful.

"I need to find something for Xia Mu to do, so she doesn't keep messing up my plans..."

he thought.

"Mumu, aren't you going home?"

Natsuki held Erii's little hand as they walked along the path in the back mountain.

The mountain path was slippery after the rain, but it was still as easy for the two of them to walk on.

"I want to see different scenery with you," Xia Mu said with a smile.

Erii's heart skipped a beat, and she instinctively gripped his hand tightly, very tightly.

"I want to go to the very top."

She stretched out her little hand and pointed to the highest point of the mountain.

Xia Mu looked up and said, "The mountain path only goes up to two-thirds of the way up the mountain."

Erii raised her fair arms, hugged his neck, and buried her face in his chest: "Carry me upstairs..."

Xia Mu smiled gently, reached out and encircled her slender waist, gave her a light kiss on the forehead, then leaped high into the air, spread his wings, and flew over the mountains and forests in an instant, reaching the highest point of the mountain peak.

They landed on a rocky platform and gazed into the distance.

The whole world seemed to be shrouded in a fog.

"It's not a good day for sightseeing," Xia Mu shook his head.

Erii hugged his waist, her small face pressed against his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat.

"It's good that you're here," she said softly.

Xia Mu's heart skipped a beat, and he couldn't help but hug her tighter. Together they looked at this hazy world, feeling a sense of peace in their hearts.

After an unknown amount of time, Erii's small body stirred.

"What's wrong? Are you thinking of going down? I've already discussed it with the priest at the shrine, and we'll be staying here tonight," Xia Mu said.

Erii seemed a little shy, not raising her head, and nestled in his arms, saying, "Mumu, we're getting engaged today..."

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"Ah."

Xia Mu nodded and gently stroked her back. "From now on, you can tell everyone that I am your fiancé."

Erii nestled in his arms, her eyes crinkling into a smile. After a moment, she said, "I wanted to ask... is our engagement day really over like this?"

Xia Mu was taken aback for a moment, then immediately said, "Is there anything else you want to do? I'll go with you."

His decisiveness made the girl feel secretly pleased.

"I think…"

Erii's beautiful eyes sparkled, her face flushed and burning.

"I want to have a baby for you, okay?"

Xia Mu: "..."

Chapter 289 The Night of Failure